Some months ago, our Education Program surveyed all the primary and secondary schools in our catchment area. There were a total of 24 schools: 20 primary and four secondary schools. We are so happy to have successfully conducted the survey and analyzed the results from it, which have helped us to start implementation of some projects. Read our latest blog to learn more about this development.
Celebrating Nurses: Unsung Heroes of Healthcare
Celebrating International Nurses Day
Author: Praises Padambo
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Celebrating Nurses: Unsung Heroes of Healthcare
As we continue celebrating the achievement of being recognised as best nurses in the Central East zone of the National Organisation of Nurses and Midwives of Malawi (NONM), we also take time to look back and acknowledge the critical role that nurses play in our healthcare system.
The award is not just an honor; it is a reminder of the amount of trust that our patients and communities have placed in our nurses. It is fuel to our nurses’ motivation and a reminder of the responsibility we have towards patients, families and communities.
Nurses are the backbone of healthcare; providing care, support, and hope to patients, families and communities every day. Their job is not just merely a job. It is a calling, a vocation, a passion being fulfilled, and a privilege. On this day, we recognise the hard work, commitment, compassion and dedication of our nurses, which inspires us everyday.
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Celebrating International Nurses Day
As we celebrate, we remember this year’s theme: “Our Nurses. Our Future. The economic power of care,” which demonstrates how strategic investment in nursing can bring considerable economic and societal benefits. With this theme, we recognize the value of nursing, the impact they have in communities, and the critical role they play in shaping the economic future of healthcare.
We also acknowledge that this would not be possible without the support of other teams. For this, we say thank you to the whole healthcare team for consistently demonstrating a passion for your work, for going above and beyond to ensure that patients receive the best possible care and for striving for excellence.
To our patients and communities, we say thank you for entrusting us with your health. We are honored to serve you and we are committed to providing the best possible care. Honor to you, our esteemed nurses and healthcare team. You are superstars! In Chichewa we are saying: Ulemu wanu a Namwino athu ndi ena nonse ogwira ntchito za Umoyo. Ndinu a Katswiri!
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The Orant Journal
The Culture of Malawi: An Introduction to Malawian Proverbs
Malawian culture has always been known as a treasure trove of wisdom, and proverbs being an integral part of our rich heritage. These timeless sayings have been passed on through generations, offering guidance, direction, and warnings that shape our values, beliefs, and daily lives. In our upcoming blog series, we will delve into the world of Malawian proverbs, exploring their meanings, contexts and significance. Read today's blog post which serves as an introduction to our journey.
As Big as the Sky Book Review
Read today’s blog about the children’s book, “As Big as the Sky”, a Malawian story about a brother and sister whose love for each other is as big as the sky.
How the Mobile Outreach Clinics Operate
For years, our Healthcare program has been making waves in rural Kasese with our Kasese Health Centre and our two Mobile Outreach Clinics, operating in parts of Dowa and Kasungu districts. But have you ever wondered how our Mobile Clinics operate? In our today's blog article, we are shedding more light on what Mobile Outreach Clinics are and how they operate. Visit the link below to learn more.
Celebrating World Breastfeeding Week
Every year, the first week of August is dedicated to World Breastfeeding Week. The goal is to highlight the importance of breastfeeding, to encourage and promote breastfeeding and to improve the health of babies and mothers all around the globe. The theme for 2024 Breastfeeding Week is Closing the Gap: Breastfeeding Support for All, which aims at celebrating breastfeeding mothers in all their diversity, throughout their breastfeeding journeys, while showcasing the ways families, societies, communities and health workers can have the back of every breastfeeding mother. In today’s blog, we are sharing Malita Yohane’s breastfeeding journey and how it has been a game changer for her son Benjamin Kambambe who was born prematurely.
Breaking the Chains of Noncommunicable Diseases in Malawi
Imagine a world where noncommunicable diseases no longer hold people back from living the fullest of their lives. A world where quality healthcare services are accessible to all, regardless of socioeconomic status or geographical location. This is what our Healthcare program envisions. Read our latest to learn more about noncommunicable diseases and what our healthcare program is doing to free communities around our Kasese catchment area from the grip of such diseases.
Orant’s Values
“Orant respectfully serves and collaborates with our community in a sustainable way.”
Water Well Maintenance
At the heart of Orant’s programs and initiatives is sustainability, which is also one of our values. We believe in not only implementing programs or initiatives but also in creating long-lasting change that will continue to serve our community. In today's blog article, we talk about why we perform maintenance on water wells and how it contributes to the sustainability of our Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) program.
The Village Chief’s Vital Role
Ever wondered why we always mention village chiefs and their involvement in Orant’s work? If yes, then today’s blog article is for you! In this article, we talk to Village Head of Kasese Village in Dowa, who tells us about her duties and why her involvement with Orant is important. Read today's blog article to learn more.
Evolution of Orant’s FEM Program
At Orant, we are committed to supporting local entrepreneurs, especially women. This is what spurred us to start our Financial Empowering Microloans (FEM) program in 2017. However, we came to realize that our program participants needed more comprehensive support to achieve sustainable growth. This is why we are excited to announce the evolution of our FEM program into what we now call Business Development Program!. Read our latest blog to learn more about this evolution.